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Contemporary Kitchen with Soapstone Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Walnut horizontal grain kitchen
Walnut horizontal grain kitchen
Susan Brook InteriorsSusan Brook Interiors
This amazing kitchen was a total transformation from the original. Windows were removed and added, walls moved back and a total remodel. The original plain ceiling was changed to a coffered ceiling, the lighting all totally re-arranged, new floors, trim work as well as the new layout. I designed the kitchen with a horizontal wood grain using a custom door panel design, this is used also in the detailing of the front apron of the soapstone sink. The profile is also picked up on the profile edge of the marble island. The floor is a combination of a high shine/flat porcelain. The high shine is run around the perimeter and around the island. The Boos chopping board at the working end of the island is set into the marble, sitting on top of a bowed base cabinet. At the other end of the island i pulled in the curve to allow for the glass table to sit over it, the grain on the island follows the flat panel doors. All the upper doors have Blum Aventos lift systems and the chefs pantry has ample storage. Also for storage i used 2 aluminium appliance garages. The glass tile backsplash is a combination of a pencil used vertical and square tiles. Over in the breakfast area we chose a concrete top table with supports that mirror the custom designed open bookcase. The project is spectacular and the clients are very happy with the end results.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
Inspiration for a contemporary kitchen in Other with soapstone worktops and blue worktops.
Addition/Remodel of Historic House in Palo Alto
Addition/Remodel of Historic House in Palo Alto
Cathy Schwabe ArchitectureCathy Schwabe Architecture
Kitchen open to rear garden through sliding glass doors and screens that slide into exterior pockets. Cathy Schwabe Architecture. Photograph by David Wakely. Contractor: Young & Burton, Inc.
Jamaica Plain Kitchen + Dining Renovation
Jamaica Plain Kitchen + Dining Renovation
Sashya ThindSashya Thind
Photography by Joyelle West
This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Boston with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Cambridge, MA First Floor Transformation
Cambridge, MA First Floor Transformation
Morse ConstructionsMorse Constructions
Since the clients loved the layout of their existing kitchen, the construction team minimized waste and expense by reusing what was already there and keeping plumbing and appliances in their current location. Morse Constructions replaced the cork flooring with maple, painted the existing cabinetry with white high-gloss finish, updated hardware, and installed a new a ceiling light/fan. Interior Design: Elza B. Design Photography: Eric Roth
Hoot Owl Lane - 1970 Deck Home
Hoot Owl Lane - 1970 Deck Home
LuxeMark CompanyLuxeMark Company
Steven Paul Whitsitt
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Raleigh with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone worktops, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast bar.
Nomadic Nest
Nomadic Nest
Andrew Mikhael ArchitectAndrew Mikhael Architect
Kitchen is Center In our design to combine the apartments, we centered the kitchen - making it a dividing line between private and public space; vastly expanding the storage and work surface area. We discovered an existing unused roof penetration to run a duct to vent out a powerful kitchen hood. The original bathroom skylight now illuminates the central kitchen space. Without changing the standard skylight size, we gave it architectural scale by carving out the ceiling to maximize daylight. Light now dances off the vaulted, sculptural angles of the ceiling to bathe the entire space in natural light.
Martis Camp Calm
Martis Camp Calm
Hills & GrantHills & Grant
Lisa Petrole Photography
Photo of a contemporary galley open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone worktops, blue splashback, stone tiled splashback, integrated appliances, porcelain flooring and an island.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Bliss Home and DesignBliss Home and Design
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped enclosed kitchen in Orange County with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and an island.
Design Ideas by Wellborn Cabinetry
Design Ideas by Wellborn Cabinetry
Wellborn Cabinet, Inc.Wellborn Cabinet, Inc.
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen/diner in Birmingham with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and grey worktops.
BROOKLYN GIRL
BROOKLYN GIRL
d2 interieursd2 interieurs
DENISE DAVIES
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped open plan kitchen in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey splashback, light hardwood flooring, an island, a submerged sink, stone slab splashback, stainless steel appliances and beige floors.
Morningside renovation
Morningside renovation
Level Craft ConstructionLevel Craft Construction
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped kitchen in Atlanta with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring and an island.
Chestnut Hill kitchen
Chestnut Hill kitchen
Buckminster Green LLCBuckminster Green LLC
Contemporary kitchen in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink and soapstone worktops.
Ultimate Entertaining Space
Ultimate Entertaining Space
Justina AuerJustina Auer
Lots of work area for prep work and baking in this pantry.
Expansive contemporary galley kitchen pantry in Boston with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, stone tiled splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood flooring and no island.
Avon Hill- Kitchen
Avon Hill- Kitchen
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: Kennerknecht Design Group Builder: Shanks Engineering & Construction, LLC Cabinetry Designer: Venegas & Company Photographer: Sean Litchfield Photography
Contemporary Kitchen with Soapstone Counters
Contemporary Kitchen with Soapstone Counters
emma delonemma delon
Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary galley open plan kitchen in Raleigh with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, an island, light wood cabinets, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood flooring, orange floors and black worktops.
White Shaker IKEA Kitchen
White Shaker IKEA Kitchen
SemihandmadeSemihandmade
Standard IKEA kitchen in Gladwyne, PA with custom Semihandmade DIY Shaker facing. Photo by Paul Lipowicz.
Contemporary galley kitchen/diner in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a submerged sink, white splashback, stone slab splashback, green cabinets and soapstone worktops.
Contemporary Kitchen
Contemporary Kitchen
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall open plan kitchen in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood flooring, an island, brown floors and black worktops.
West Chester Home
West Chester Home
309design309design
Innovative kitchen re-design using existing cabinet boxes with new flat front doors, new flat profile trim and new modern hardware. Two tone finish with light gray uppers and medium gray base cabinets. Beautiful soapstone countertops and 3-dimensional matte white porcelain tile with accent lighting complete the high impact design. Photo by Toby.
The Nautilus
The Nautilus
Meadowlark Design+BuildMeadowlark Design+Build
This home was built by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped kitchen/diner in Detroit with white appliances, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, soapstone worktops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood flooring, no island, beige floors and black worktops.

Contemporary Kitchen with Soapstone Worktops Ideas and Designs

Want to discover beautiful contemporary kitchen ideas to inspire your new kitchen design? You’ve come to the right place. You can discover millions of contemporary kitchen designs and ideas; from kitchen islands and storage units, to all sorts of kitchen lighting ideas, such as pendant lighting or under cabinet lighting. Whether you want inspiration for all-in-one fitted kitchen designs, some small kitchen ideas or maybe just some tips for improving your kitchen decor, there are tons of contemporary photos to inspire you for your next kitchen project on Houzz.

What kind of contemporary kitchen design should I go for?

With so many kitchen ideas and photos to look at you might be a bit overwhelmed when it comes to picking your own contemporary kitchen design. If you are updating your kitchen you know what a big and important decision it is to get the design right – the kitchen can be the hub and heart of the home, and it’s unlikely that you would invest in renovating your kitchen again in a few years. But fear not, focusing first on the important elements like layout, cabinet style, worktops and appliances will help you to bring together your dream kitchen design. Additional elements like kitchen lighting, cupboard storage and decor can come after in the kitchen planning process. A kitchen designer or fitter can help you to decide the layout of your contemporary kitchen in terms of where to place your kitchen units, appliances and island (if you’re having one), but if you prefer to handle this yourself you can focus on where you want your key elements of your kitchen to be – the oven, hob, sink and fridge. Of course you might be constricted by space, but try to envisage the easiest and most efficient layout based on how you usually like to cook and prepare your food. If you’re fed up of always having to carry dirty pans and pots across the room to the sink, place the sink closer to your oven and hob. Once you have the core elements sorted, consider extra layout considerations, such as where your bins will be stored, where the cutlery draw should be and where small contemporary kitchen appliances can be installed.

Should I include a kitchen island?

Kitchen island ideas are abundant these days; it seems most kitchen designs include a kitchen island, if not multiple islands. However, if the layout doesn’t work, especially if you have a small kitchen, then there’s no necessity to add in a kitchen island. You can add a breakfast bar or counter to your existing kitchen units, or stick with a good old-fashioned dining table if you don’t need the extra work surfaces. That said, if you do have the room, take a look at some contemporary kitchen island ideas to see if the designs inspire you for your kitchen. There are a huge variety of island designs to cater to different needs – you can have sinks, ovens, hobs, wine storage and all sorts of drawers and organisers built-in, you can have separate bars and counters that extend from your island, or you could go for a kitchen island on wheels to make your kitchen layout more versatile.

How do I choose my kitchen units and cabinets?

When picking out kitchen units and cupboard styles for a fitted kitchen, you’ll first want to consider the more practical questions – how many units do you need? How many cupboards and drawers do you need? Do you need extra kitchen storage built into your units? It’s always best to overestimate how much kitchen storage you’ll need as we all tend to have a habit of filling up whatever current space we have to the maximum. Next you can consider kitchen cabinet style and colour. Shaker style cabinets and raised and recessed panel cabinets offer a more traditional kitchen cabinet look, while flat panel cabinet doors tend to lend more to the modern and contemporary style. However, going for raised or recessed panel work in a striking colour such as dark blue, green or black can still work with contemporary kitchen ideas. White kitchens can give a sleek and clean feel, but remember you may have to do a bit more cleaning of those cupboard doors if you want everything to stay shiny and fresh. Of course, grey kitchens are the neutral colour choice du jour and can be paired with pale and rich shades alike if you want your fitted kitchen cupboards to contrast with your worktop, splashback, floor, or all of the above. Exposed shelving and storage is also popular for eclectic, Scandi and industrial-inspired looks, so you could opt for glass-fronted cabinets or no wall-mounted cabinets at all. Remember that this will require more restraint in what you can store and more effort in keeping it looking presentable compared to what is stored away hastily behind cupboard doors. The kitchen cupboard handles are also another element to decide upon – do you want traditional round knobs, modern metal bars, country kitchen cup handles or maybe to go ultra sleek with a completely handleless kitchen?

What contemporary kitchen storage ideas should I consider?

If you want to keep your contemporary kitchen well-stocked and well-equipped but don’t want it spilling over with clutter, then you’ll need to rely on good kitchen storage. Apart from the usual fitted kitchen cupboards and drawer space, there are many other ways of keeping your kitchen tidy. Whilst a large kitchen pantry is the dream of most homeowners, it can’t always be a reality. However, there are now lots of pull out compartments and drawers with trays and shelving that can act as mini kitchen pantries, and you can install handy cupboard organisers that fit onto the inside of the door to make the most of your cupboard space. You can also look at corner drawers and cupboards that open up to reveal lots of extra storage. Rails or small shelves along your kitchen walls or splashback can help with hanging utensils or pans, or storing small items like herbs and spices in an usually empty space. Buy extra kitchen storage products for your home on Houzz

Are there small kitchen ideas for small contemporary spaces?

If you’re working with a galley kitchen, a one-wall kitchen in an open plan space or just a pretty small kitchen, there are some small kitchen ideas that can help you get the most out of your cooking and dining area. If you find that you don’t utilise the back of your cupboards (maybe they become the graveyard for out-of-date tin cans), you could decide to go with shallower kitchen units to free up some extra floor space in front of your cabinets. As mentioned, open shelving or glass-fronted cabinets are a popular trend and they should make the space feel more open and less boxed-in. However, if you have the capacity for it, cupboards and contemporary kitchen units that maximise the floor-to-ceiling space you have will mean you can use all of that for valuable kitchen storage. Wall or ceiling racks could be a useful solution for hanging pans and pots if you’ve run out of cupboards in which to store them. Kitchen ideas and contemporary accessories such as baskets, trolleys and storage jars are both aesthetically pleasing and practical as they give you extra storage space. Kitchen appliances like a fridge or dishwasher can be tucked away in built-in units in fitted kitchens so they blend into your layout and don’t make the space look crowded. Discover all the small kitchen ideas you could need by taking a look at photos of compact kitchens.

What sort of contemporary kitchen lighting should I go for?

In the kitchen you need to have practical lighting – no one wants to chop, cut and cook in a dingy room. Kitchen ceiling lights are probably the best way to go, but should you opt for recessed spotlights or traditional hanging ceiling lights? While spotlight LED kitchen lighting will give you excellent light, they may not fit with a design that’s not contemporary. Traditional chandelier lights could work for other kitchen styles, and of course, kitchen pendant lighting comes in all sorts of styles, colours and designs. While the popular choice is to go with one or two pendant lights over your kitchen island, you could also opt for a single pendant light over your dining space, or a few spaced out across your kitchen. Of course, if you want good lighting for your worktops, under-cabinet lighting is the way forward. Speak to your kitchen supplier about having this pre-installed, or there are a number of easy-install options you can fit yourself or with the help of a lighting expert or electrician. In the market for your contemporary kitchen lighting today? Once you’ve found some inspiring kitchen lighting ideas here, take a look at our kitchen lighting products to find the new lights for your kitchen project.

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